CML

i just came back from seeing Dr. Mauro. After traveling 3,000 miles, he said
that I didn't need a BMB this trip. Of course, I told him no way was I leaving
without my crutch of a biopsy, as I had all ready workied my way up to haivng
it. Is anyone else's Doctors telling them that if their blood PCR's are
undetectable, that they don't have to have a biopsy every year? If this is so,
I may not travel the 3,000 miles evey year. It does bvecome costly between
plane fare, hotel and meals.
I would like to hear back from others. You may e mail me privately at :
ornurse954@....
thanks in advance
Shelley
Dx: 9/1999
inf/ara-c until Gleevec approved.
combo of IM/ inf for 1 1/2 years
IM only for past 3 1/2 years and undetectable